Sandra Saathoff
Bradley,IL
Summary
Dynamic Preschool Teacher with a proven track record at Kankakee Trinity Academy, excelling in classroom management and fostering child development. Skilled in lesson planning and parent-teacher communication, I create engaging learning environments that promote social skills and curiosity. Committed to enhancing educational experiences through collaboration and innovative activities.
Experienced early childhood educator with strong focus on creating engaging, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning environments. Skilled in curriculum design, classroom management, and fostering positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues. Known for adaptability, teamwork, and achieving desired educational outcomes. Consistently reliable and responsive to changing classroom needs.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Kankakee Trinity Academy
05.2016 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Organized field trips and special events that enhanced students'' understanding of topics covered in class while making learning fun.
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress, strengths, areas for improvement, and set goals for continued success.
- Mentored new hires during their onboarding process, sharing best practices and providing guidance for a smooth transition into the teaching role.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations and implementing consistent consequences for actions.
- Implemented age-appropriate curriculum, addressing the diverse needs of individual students.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to create a stimulating and nurturing environment for early childhood development.
Preschool Teacher
Bourbonnais Township Park District
08.2007 - 06.2016
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Boosted children''s social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.
- Strengthened communication skills among preschoolers through daily dialogue practice during circle time sessions.
- Assisted and supervised [Number] children through entire school day.
- Improved student behavior by implementing effective classroom management strategies and establishing clear expectations for conduct.
- Organized special events like field trips, holiday celebrations, or guest speakers to enhance the educational experience for students while building a sense of community within the classroom.
- Contributed to the successful implementation of school-wide initiatives by collaborating with colleagues on curriculum development, professional development, and other projects.
Education
Early Childhood Care And Education
Kankakee Community College
Kankakee, ILSkills
- Classroom management
- Classroom organization
- Child development
- Positive reinforcement
- Parent-teacher communication
- Lesson planning
- Child CPR and first aid
- Organizational and planning skills
- Collaborative and Team-oriented
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Kankakee Trinity Academy
05.2016 - Current
Preschool Teacher
Bourbonnais Township Park District
08.2007 - 06.2016
Early Childhood Care And Education
Kankakee Community College
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